Bird-Of-Paradise
Strelitzia reginae
- Native to:
- South Africa
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Strelitziaceae
- Genus:
- Strelitzia
- Species:
- Strelitzia reginae
- USDA Symbol:
- STRE5
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 150 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- orange, blue
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- native to riverbanks and subtropical regions